Physical Therapist - Travel Contract

Looking for a change of scenery and a chance to help others. Join a traveling Physical Therapist role in Salem, AR supporting home health patients. Provide evaluations, reassessments, start-of-care visits, and treatment visits to patients in their homes while working within a 50-mile coverage radius. You will document care in a timely manner consistent with agency policy.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor‘s, Master‘s, or Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program approved by the APTA.
• Active Arkansas PT license required to start the assignment.
• Home health experience required.
• Experience with HCHB (Homecare Homebase) required.
• CPR (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to complete thorough documentation within 24 hours is preferred.
• Ability to travel within a 50-mile radius of Salem, AR during work shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Efficiency in documentation and prioritization of thorough, quality care visits.
• Experience managing productivity expectations similar to 24–30 weekly points.

Assignment Details

• Shift hours: 0800–1600 (Monday–Friday schedule indicated).
• Weekly hours: open to 32–40 hours per week.
• Mileage reimbursed between visits from first patient to last patient.
• Coverage area: 50 mile radius surrounding Salem.
• No weekend or on-call requirement.
• Dress code: blue scrubs.

Apply now and you will be contacted by a recruiter who will give you more information.

Benefits

We offer benefits designed for travelers starting your first day. These include medical benefits, 401(k) matching options, travel and license reimbursement, paid housing availability, weekly pay, and 24/7 recruiter support.

Impacting Patient Care

Provide home-based physical therapy that supports patient recovery, functional improvement, and independence. Deliver evaluations, reassessments, and treatment visits that align with agency standards and documentation requirements. Contribute to quality outcomes by meeting productivity expectations and timely charting.

Location Highlights

Salem, AR offers access to outdoor recreation and small-town amenities within short drives. The area is within driving distance to national forests such as Ozark National Forest and state parks like Devil‘s Den State Park, both offering hiking and camping options within approximately 1–2 hours. Nearby rivers and lakes provide fishing and boating opportunities, and local historic downtown districts feature dining and community events a short commute from work.

EEO Statement

Jackson Healthcare and its family of companies are an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.